New Bike Trail Expansion Slated for Construction near Pittsburgh Hotel Near Airport

    /24-7PressRelease/ - PITTSBURGH, PA, July 12, 2008 - The Airport Marriott Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA is excited about the possibilities that will come with the expansion of a new bike trail from Washington, D.C. to the Pittsburgh International Airport.

Officials hope to open a link between the Montour Trail and the airport by late fall or early spring. The new bike trail will start at a five-way intersection near the trail's Enlow Tunnel and will follow portions of old Route 978 and Clinton Road to a former airport construction access road that runs directly into the terminal complex. The project has been in development since 1999, but planning was put on hold after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, because of security concerns. But now the project is back on and excitement is building around Pittsburgh in anticipation for the opening of the link.

At present, the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott is located at the start of the bike trail. Unlike other hotels in the area, this luxury Pittsburgh airport hotel offers convenient access to bicyclists looking to spend the night prior to embarking on the approximately 200 mile journey to D.C., so, come and ride the bike trail, and start your journey at the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott.

About Pittsburgh Airport Marriott
Delight in an innovative Pittsburgh hotel near the airport blending luxurious accommodations with modern amenities and state-of-the-art technology at the Marriott Pittsburgh Airport Hotel. Located five miles from the Greater Pittsburgh International Airport and 12 miles from downtown, this sophisticated Pittsburgh, PA hotel is situated near the area's top shopping destinations including IKEA, the Mall at Robinson, and Robinson Towne Center. Along with an unbeatable location, the Airport Marriott offers complimentary parking and airport transportation. Fresh from a $12 million renovation in 2007, this revitalized Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania hotel boasts a contemporary atmosphere accented by brilliant hues and local artwork, making for a memorable Pittsburgh lodging experience. For more information or to make a reservation, call 412-788-8800 or visit http://marriott.com/hotels/travel/pitmc.

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